GOVERNOR MUTULA KILONZO JR. AND COUNTY COMMISSIONER HENRY WAFULA ON SUNDAY LED MAKUENI RESIDENTS IN CELEBRATING THE 61ST MASHUJAA DAY AT MATILIKU TOWN.

Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. and County Commissioner Henry Wafula on Sunday led Makueni residents in celebrating the 61st Mashujaa Day at Matiliku town.

During his address, Governor Mutula assured the public that no health facility in the county would close due to understaffing. He announced that the health department is working on a locum program to ensure that facilities run by a single healthcare worker remain operational when the staff member is on leave or attending other official duties.

The governor also revealed ongoing discussions with the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) to secure sufficient medical supplies for the county, with a target of maintaining a fill rate above 80%. He confirmed that the drug stocking process for the second quarter is already underway, a move aimed at preventing stockouts in health facilities.

On water projects, Governor Mutula highlighted the implementation of key initiatives, including the AKWASH project, which extends to Kalawa, Athi-Tunguni, Mulima, and Ngosini earth dams. He further noted that through partnerships, the Miangeni irrigation scheme in Kalawa Ward is progressing, with the potential to increase water production by 5,000 cubic meters and expand irrigation by at least 500 acres upon completion.

The governor was also flanked by his deputy Lucy Mulili, Makueni MP Susan Kiamba, assembly speaker Douglas Mbilu,Area MCA Francis Mutuku and other county officials.